Full-Time · Start: ASAP, no later than June 1, 2026
Location: Remote. Must be US-based. Preference for New York City applicants.
Duration: Covering Chief of Staff maternity leave through approximately October 2026. Ability for exceptional candidates to transition to a full-time role if the interest is mutual.
Reports to: CEO
Focus: Internal Operations & Strategy · Finance & Analytics · Special Projects
1 in 3 Americans who qualify for government benefits never receive them - not because they don't qualify. Because the system is fragmented, manual, and nearly impossible to navigate. Over $500B flows through outdated, unconnected infrastructure every year.
Starlight is building the core infrastructure layer that connects financial institutions and fintechs directly to government benefits - helping underserved households access SNAP, LIHEAP, utility support, and more.
We're backed by Caffeinated Capital, Commerce Ventures, Trustage Ventures, Garuda Ventures and mission-driven angels.
We're looking for a sharp, self-directed operator to step in and run the internal engine of the company while our Chief of Staff is on maternity leave (expected return October 2026). This is not a support role - you will own critical functions from day one and be expected to move fast, think clearly, and leave things better than you found them.
This is a greenfield opportunity to build structure and systems at a startup scaling to seed. For the right person, there is a path to a full-time role.
Internal Operations
Finance & Accounting